Regarding Prof. Siracusa's interesting comment from John Fairbank:
"Fairbank cited as a counterpoint [to ignorance of Vietnamese culture,
etc.] American relations with, and understanding of Europe during the two
world wars of the twentieth century."
But regardless of American understanding-or lack thereof- of Europe during
World War II, America fought in Japan as well. I would be interested in
hearing a broader explanation that would also account for America in
Japan.
L.A. Grant
Adjunct, History Dept.
The Citadel
Charleston, SC
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